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  1. Martman

    Cooler Box

    While trying to see why my cooler box would not open I found out it was rotten. Tore all the vinyl off of the out side and found the whole box was rotten. The wood used was not covered with any protection. So when water got between the vinyl and the wood it just rotted. I dragged my son away...
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    Bimini Top Material

    I am looking at buying a bimini top for my boat, and looking here at the store there are a few different material to choose from. Which is the best? Can you use while boating or are they just for protection while you are not moving? Thanks
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    Right Hand Drive

    Does anyone know why runabouts, bow riders etc are RHD not LHD like our cars in north america.
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    Engine Choice?

    I am need of an outboard motor for my 16.5 open bow. I have found 2) a dealer fresh rebuilt 1979 Evinrude 100 with warranty. I have also found a 1987 Johnson 120 VRO, rebuilt a couple of years ago with 30 day warranty. The rebuilt 100 is cheaper than the 120. Is the 1979 engine obsolete or is it...
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    75 HP Mariner is it too small

    I have bought a 17 foot deep vee fibreglass bow rider with a shot Johnson 120. I found a used late 80's 75 hp mariner with oil injection. Will this be too small for this boat. We will just run around the lake, a little fishing, and some tubing/skiing. I have also located a used 130 HP Honda but...
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    Can not get epoxy resin-What now

    I have read many of the posts and it looks like epoxy resin is what to use, for my new stringers and top but I can not easily get it in my area(western Canada). I am making new stringers, and plywood top. Poly resin is everywhere but no epoxy. I can get(order overnight) US chemical hybrid resin...
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    Difference Between 135 and 140 Johnson?

    Can anyone tell me the difference between a 1977 135 johnson, and a 1982 140 Johnson, and major difference besides the color. Is the ignition and carb the same.
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    Yamaha or Johnson

    I am looking at used motors I have found a 1998 115 Yamaha, and a 2001 Johnson 130. Which is the better motor. They are the same price. It is going on a 17 deep vee.
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    Who makes the 1998 Yamaha 115 2 Stroke?

    Who makes a 1998 Yamaha 115 2 stroke, the yamaha is not like a honda, it is a rebadged OMC or merc, please let me know. Thanks
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    Boat Engine Size Rating

    How close does one need to be to the tag on the boat that says how big of motor it will take? I have a 17 foot deep vee with a 120 Johnson, it came new from the dealer that way. The boat tag says it is rated for 105 HP. But it has a 120, that now needs an overhaul. If I put a 150 on there will I...
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    Wanted:Used Johnson outboard

    I am looking for a used johnson/merc etc outboard. I live in western Canada and our supply is limited and expensive. 120-150 hp would be what I am looking for I you know of any dealers that have any let me know.
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    Johnson VRO120 VS Johnson 140 crossflow

    I have bought a boat with a bad motor, the 1985 120 VRO. I have also located a low hour 1982 Johnson 140 cross flow. Would I be better to put the money towards rebuilding the 120, or buy the older 140. It will be cheaper to buy the older motor, but may not be the best thing to do.
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    1982 Johnson Specs

    What is a 1982 Johnson 140, is it the looper engine like my 1985 120 VRO, or it the older crossflow engine. Thanks
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    New Flooring

    This may sound stupid, but has anyone ever tried to use household lino or hardwood for boat flooring. I do not want to replace this floor ever again and the wet carpet will always cause problems. Most bigger boats have hard wood deck why can it not be done on smaller boats. I have a 17 foot open...
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    Johnson 120 Low Compression Right Bank

    The boat I am looking at was subject to a good compression test. I did the test. The left bank was 120, right bank was 60, and 75. The owner claims he did that head gasket last year because of a water leak. When I asked him if he torqued them. He indicated he did not. As both right cylinders are...
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    Hammond Boats:Would You buy One

    I have run accross a one owner 1977 Hammond 1750 boat deep vee, one owner always stored in boat house. Has a 165 merc. The boat is in fantastic condition. I found 1, 3 inch crack in gel coat on one side. My question: is this boat just too old, will the fibreglass be old and brittle. It is at a...
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    Any Issues With A 120 HP Johnson?

    I have looked at a boat that I intend to buy upon my doing a compression test on the motor. It is a 87 Johnson 120 oil injected. Are there any issues to worry about with this motor. I am buying from the original owners who claims that he has changed leg oil every year. Any adivse would be great...
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    Sunliner: Anyone heard of them

    Anyone heard of sunliner boats, this one is a 1987 19 foot bowrider. Very liitle info on the web.
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    What Is Mariner? is it obsolete?

    I am boat hunting, found nice boat with a 75 Mariner. Is mariner the same as merc or not? If not is mariner obsolete, are parts still being made and supporting the mariner outboards. Is Jonhson any better than merc? Any advise would be great.
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    Should I buy a Boat with a force engine?

    Should a person buy a force engine ever. Really nice boat with only 40 hours on it with a force 85HP motor. Is buying a force just asking for trouble. Thanks
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